Aughnahoy new cemetery

A modern burial ground on the outskirts of Ballymena, Aughnahoy Cemetery is less a tourist draw and more a place of genuine local significance. It's well-maintained, respectfully laid out, and serves as the final resting place for many in the community - the sort of place you'd visit to pay respects rather than for sightseeing thrills.

That said, cemeteries tell stories. You'll find graves spanning decades, family plots, and inscriptions that paint a picture of the area's social history. If you're into genealogy or have family connections to Mid and East Antrim, this could be worth a quiet hour of wandering. The grounds are peaceful, which counts for something.

It's free to visit and open to the public during daylight hours, though this isn't a destination you'd build a holiday around. If you're staying at Sunset Glamping - just under a mile away - or Lough Beg Glamping a bit further out, and you have a personal reason to visit, it's convenient enough. Otherwise, your time is better spent exploring the walking trails and natural spaces that make this part of Northern Ireland worth the journey.

Ballymena itself has reasonable amenities, but the real appeal of a holiday here lies in the surrounding countryside rather than what's within the town itself.